Excelsior Hotel Regina - Leonetto Cappiello (tamagno)

Vintage travel poster promoting the Hotel Regina Excelsior in Nice, created by Italian artist and illustrator Leonetto Cappiello (also known as Tamagno) around 1899.

The Hotel Regina Excelsior was a luxury hotel located in the Cimiez district in Nice, known for its magnificent gardens and breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea. The angel is the focal point of the poster, representing luxury and elegance, with her flowing white and pink robes, trumpet in her hand, and laurel wreath in her hair.

The angel flies over the lavish landscape of the hotel, which includes a swimming pool, gardens and other amenities that would appeal to wealthy travelers of the time. The use of bright colors and bold typography was a hallmark of Cappiello's style, and this poster is no exception. The Hotel Regina Excelsior and the Cimiez district of Nice are prominently displayed in large bold letters at the top and bottom of the poster.

Overall, this poster is a fine example of the Belle Époque era, showcasing the luxurious accommodations and beautiful scenery of one of Nice's most famous hotels. It is highly sought after by collectors of vintage travel posters and is a valuable piece of advertising art and history. A copy is on display at the Masséna Museum.